Samsung SL202 vs Sony W230

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung SL202 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SL202 was announced around the same time to the W230 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SL202 scores versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL202 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SL202 provides outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SL202 and Sony W230 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SL202 against the W230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL202 and W230.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W230 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.